Dylan Posted February 22, 2014 Report Share Posted February 22, 2014 We always play well against brisbane. The last 3-0 loss we actually had a real crack and the score line never reflected the game Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murfy1 Posted February 22, 2014 Report Share Posted February 22, 2014 (edited) The AAMI park pitch looks pretty bad (or at least pretty bad by AAMI Park standards) in tonight's match. Two recent sold-out Bruce Springsteen concerts (http://wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8804027), some rain and the match tonight probably mean there will be a sub-standard AAMI Park pitch tomorrow. Probably another factor that favours Heart, given Brisbane's pretty dogmatic style of play. If the players just play their part tomorrow and bring their good form, the odds of a good outcome should be pretty good. Edited February 22, 2014 by Murfy1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murfy1 Posted February 22, 2014 Report Share Posted February 22, 2014 (edited) Massimo Murdocca to use inside knowledge to help Heart topple ladder leaders Brisbane Matt Windley February 23, 2014 MASSIMO Murdocca knows better than most why Melbourne Heart should be confident for its clash with the table-topping Brisbane Roar. Murdocca was a part of the Roar side that last season had its pants pulled down twice by Heart at AAMI Park (4-1 and 3-2) the same ground at which the two teams will play today. The midfielder said on those two occasions Heart denied the Roar time and space to successfully play the ball out of defence. So, it is no surprise that that has been a focus of coach John van ‘t Schip at training this week. Murdocca, now a staple in Heart’s starting XI, said there is a “genuine belief” that the bottom-placed side can upset the apple cart. “Their energy in the first 15-20 minutes was really confronting in both occasions we came to AAMI Park,” Murdocca said. “They always had a great game plan against us, they always shut down our passing game. And that’s what Brisbane Roar is all about, if you can shut down that aspect you’re going a long way to beating them. “That’s what happened on those two occasions. We got shut down from the back, we couldn’t play out, we went long more than we would have liked in those two games and we became just like every other A-League team, quite even, whereas Brisbane is well known for being that step ahead of everybody else. “Against Heart it wasn’t like that last year - and we’ve got to hope to do the same now that I’m on the other side of the fence.” Brisbane defeated Heart 3-0 when the two teams last met at Suncorp Stadium in Round 4. It was a game that was level at the break despite Heart dominating the first 45 minutes, before the dam wall broke in the second half. Murdocca said it was a game that summed up Heart’s fortunes in the first half of the season. “That was the story. We played well, we just couldn’t put the ball in the net,” he said. “I think that’s the only difference now, the ball’s going in. When the ball does go in the net you generally start playing with more confidence and you can see that we’re starting to play more confidently.” Murdocca, who played a club-record 162 games for the Roar, said that game in November provided the closure he needed to officially move on from the club at which he won two A-League championships. Now he’s all Heart. “The first game was quite nerve-racking, especially being back at Suncorp. I spent nine years at the club, it was a long time. “It was a great experience for me to get that under my belt ... but once I got that out of the way it felt right, it felt like I’d come to a better place _ and Melbourne is a better place for myself and my family. “I think this game will have less significance, I think it’s all done and dusted now.” http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/football/massimo-murdocca-to-use-inside-knowledge-to-help-heart-topple-ladder-leaders-brisbane/story-fnk6rlg0-1226834840576 Edited February 22, 2014 by Murfy1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoarFan Posted February 22, 2014 Report Share Posted February 22, 2014 Massimo Murdocca to use inside knowledge to help Heart topple ladder leaders Brisbane Matt Windley February 23, 2014 MASSIMO Murdocca knows better than most why Melbourne Heart should be confident for its clash with the table-topping Brisbane Roar. Murdocca was a part of the Roar side that last season had its pants pulled down twice by Heart at AAMI Park (4-1 and 3-2) the same ground at which the two teams will play today. The midfielder said on those two occasions Heart denied the Roar time and space to successfully play the ball out of defence. So, it is no surprise that that has been a focus of coach John van ‘t Schip at training this week. Murdocca, now a staple in Heart’s starting XI, said there is a “genuine belief” that the bottom-placed side can upset the apple cart. “Their energy in the first 15-20 minutes was really confronting in both occasions we came to AAMI Park,” Murdocca said. “They always had a great game plan against us, they always shut down our passing game. And that’s what Brisbane Roar is all about, if you can shut down that aspect you’re going a long way to beating them. “That’s what happened on those two occasions. We got shut down from the back, we couldn’t play out, we went long more than we would have liked in those two games and we became just like every other A-League team, quite even, whereas Brisbane is well known for being that step ahead of everybody else. “Against Heart it wasn’t like that last year - and we’ve got to hope to do the same now that I’m on the other side of the fence.” Brisbane defeated Heart 3-0 when the two teams last met at Suncorp Stadium in Round 4. It was a game that was level at the break despite Heart dominating the first 45 minutes, before the dam wall broke in the second half. Murdocca said it was a game that summed up Heart’s fortunes in the first half of the season. “That was the story. We played well, we just couldn’t put the ball in the net,” he said. “I think that’s the only difference now, the ball’s going in. When the ball does go in the net you generally start playing with more confidence and you can see that we’re starting to play more confidently.” Murdocca, who played a club-record 162 games for the Roar, said that game in November provided the closure he needed to officially move on from the club at which he won two A-League championships. Now he’s all Heart. “The first game was quite nerve-racking, especially being back at Suncorp. I spent nine years at the club, it was a long time. “It was a great experience for me to get that under my belt ... but once I got that out of the way it felt right, it felt like I’d come to a better place _ and Melbourne is a better place for myself and my family. “I think this game will have less significance, I think it’s all done and dusted now.” http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/football/massimo-murdocca-to-use-inside-knowledge-to-help-heart-topple-ladder-leaders-brisbane/story-fnk6rlg0-1226834840576 MASS How could you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ontheball Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Leaves say bench will be V M K G plus T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koerner4 Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 So Germano to start Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I thought that JVS would have gerhardt in a marking role with broich as he did last week with Hernandez in the midfield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rellum Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I thought that JVS would have gerhardt in a marking role with broich as he did last week with Hernandez in the midfield He can't do that as Broich plays wide. I think we will focus more on pressing higher up the park, Stop Broich getting the ball in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
True Until I die Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Game day! Get pumped!!Come on you HEARTS!!!Melbourne is Red and White! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Did anyone see that mhfc post on Fb about Hoff vs Broisch? Never laughed so hard in my life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LR9 Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Strong PS, even I know you're not that stupid... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billyheart Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I'm feeling a Hoffy howler today but still quietly confident. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommykins Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Line up as expected. Germano in for Robbie. Mauk, Garrucio, Vrankovic, Kalmar and Tando on the pine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fingman Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I left a printed ticket at home by mistake. Does anyone know if the scanners will accept the PDF open on my phone screen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huzie Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Platform 4 is closed, gotta train it to flinders then Richmond for anyone at the imp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 so no Mif? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I left a printed ticket at home by mistake. Does anyone know if the scanners will accept the PDF open on my phone screen? I believe so. there is usualy one that ticketek send that can be scanned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mulhollanddrive Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 JVS greatest coaching moment was his Germano hat, coaching masterclass 2 weeks after Brisbane went 37 games without losing. He'll set up defensively very well, but we know Berisha can score with a half chance. Wouldn't back against Williams scoring today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fingman Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I left a printed ticket at home by mistake. Does anyone know if the scanners will accept the PDF open on my phone screen? I believe so. there is usualy one that ticketek send that can be scanned I know they have a specific mobile version, just wasn't sure about the pdf since it's designed to be printed. Hopefully it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUTD/MLBHRT/ESSNDON Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Our crowd numbers crack me up, 30min till kick off and there's no more than 200ppl in AAMI park. I think 8000 looks the number tonight, no chance hitting 10,000 I hope I'm wrong tho... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huzie Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Nah 7k maybe, Sunday Arvos are shite. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 I think this is the trade off for all those Friday games. Lots of Sundays Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJB45T4RD Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Does anybody know who is live streaming the game via the net? I'm stuck in Warrnambool and the ABC radio broadcast does the game no justice whatsoever... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CALZALOL Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Lol @ Mike Mulvey having a whinge about the refereeing.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CALZALOL Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Does anybody know who is live streaming the game via the net? I'm stuck in Warrnambool and the ABC radio broadcast does the game no justice whatsoever... http://www.vipboxoc.co/football/208577/2/melbourne-heart-vs-brisbane-roar-fc-live-stream-online.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJB45T4RD Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Thankyou bro. COYBIR! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falastur Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Nah 7k maybe, Sunday Arvos are shite. At least 6am is easier for me to wake up for than 4am... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Paddy K, fucking king. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Both sides haven't really threatened the goal much so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTP Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Whenever Bay 16 feels like joining in, in the second half.. please do lads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 GOLAZOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!! Not going to lie, this game has been an absolute snoozefest and we don't really deserve the lead but as far as I'm aware, we're currently off the bottom of the table! COME ON YOU BOYS IN RED! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CALZALOL Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 FUCK YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!! ENGELAAR!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewmac Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 He's big He's red his feet stick out the bed Engelaar ,Engelaar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 No behich or gerhardt next week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostDog Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Behich out for the derby??!! what a ridiculous yellow card Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caddy Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Paddy K is a legend 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Paddy K is a legend I thought the game was gone, right in that moment. Brilliant tackle, even better that it was Berisha too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted February 23, 2014 Report Share Posted February 23, 2014 Engelaar more goals than mifsud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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